Description
A fun, deconstructed bagel sandwich where toasted bagel cubes are tossed with cream cheese, turkey, fresh veggies, and tangy pickles for a flavorful, crunchy, and satisfying bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 plain or everything bagels, toasted if desired
- 4 tablespoons cream cheese
- 3 slices turkey, diced
- 1 medium tomato, diced
- 2 tablespoons red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup lettuce, shredded
- 2 tablespoons pickles, chopped
- 1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: If you prefer extra crunch, toast the bagels in a toaster or oven for 2 to 3 minutes until lightly golden.
- Combine Ingredients: Dice the turkey, tomato, red onion, cucumber, lettuce, pickles, and shred the cheddar. Place all chopped ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Ensure your mixing bowl is large enough to comfortably toss all ingredients without spilling.
- Assemble the Dish: Slice the bagels into small bite-sized cubes and add them to the mixing bowl with the chopped fillings.
- Cook to Perfection: No stove is required. Add the cream cheese, season with salt and black pepper, and gently fold to combine so textures remain distinct.
- Finishing Touches: Taste and adjust seasoning. Add a drizzle of olive oil or a splash of vinaigrette if you like a lighter, salad-like finish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Scoop into bowls or serve family-style. Garnish with extra shredded cheese or chopped herbs if desired and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- Toast bagels lightly to keep cubes from getting soggy.
- Keep watery vegetables like tomatoes drained or pat dry to preserve crispness.
- Chop ingredients uniformly for even bites.
- Store chopped components separately and assemble just before serving to maintain texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1/2 recipe)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: chopped bagels, bagel bowl, bagel salad, brunch recipe, easy lunch